Wedge tool, Boeing

Object/Artifact

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Lacey Museum

Name/Title

Wedge tool, Boeing

Entry/Object ID

2007-010-0005.9

Description

A rectangular metal tool with a raised, thinner edge, and a hole in the other end. The back is stamped ST991A. It is a specific tool, sometimes called a seal installation wedge, a skin spoon, or skin wedge, and its purpose is to separate surfaces between wing stiffeners and wing skin for seal installation in aircrafts.

Dimensions

Height

3/8 in

Width

6-7/8 in

Depth

1 in